India continued their unbeaten streak in the Asian Champions Trophy with a 2-1 victory over Pakistan, thanks to two penalty corner goals from captain Harmanpreet Singh. Despite an early goal by Ahmad Nadeem for Pakistan, India managed to equalize and then take the lead by halftime. The win solidified India's position at the top of the table with 15 points, while Pakistan, with their first loss, stood second with 8 points. Both teams have qualified for the semifinals, where India will face South Korea, and Pakistan will compete against China. This match highlighted the contrasting trajectories of the two teams, with India showcasing superior fitness, mental strength, and tactical prowess. Pakistan's hockey, though improving under new coach Tahir Zaman, still struggles with issues like lack of sponsorship and administrative mismanagement.